Glossary
Amniotic fluid
The clear, yellowish liquid that surrounds the unborn baby and which is contained in the amniotic sac.
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Bipolar disorder
Bipolar disorder (also called manic depression) is a condition that affects your moods, which can swing from one extreme to another.
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Body mass index (BMI)
(Also known as Quetelet index) is a statistical measurement which compares a person's weight and height.
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Cerebrospinal fluid
A serum-like fluid that circulates through the ventricles of the brain, the cavity of the spinal cord, and the subarachnoid space, functioning in shock absorption.
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Cleft palate
A split in the roof of the mouth.
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Hydrocephalus
A condition in which there is excessive accumulation of fluid in the brain.
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Hypothermia
A condition where the normal body temperature of 37°C (98.6°F) drops below 35° (95°F).
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Schizophrenia
A chronic mental health condition that causes a range of different psychological symptoms, which include hallucinations and delusions.
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